1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bellel | Starion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1125 kg |
